Distracted Driving Archives

By Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Distracted Driving on Tuesday, July 31, 2018.

Friedman Law Offices is excited to announce our new partnership with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and their Teens in the Driver Seat program. Putting an end to distracted driving is something that we're quite passionate about, and we are beyond honored to have the opportunity to provide support to innovative programs such as this.

By Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, June 26, 2018.

Over one million U.S. drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol in 2016. If you're injured by a drunk driver, the last thing on your mind is the mess of legal struggles ahead, but these legal proceedings are one of the most important aspects of the accident if you wish to fully recover damages caused by the negligent driver.

By Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Distracted Driving on Monday, April 9, 2018.

We've all read the studies and heard the public service announcements declaring that driving while talking on a cell phone is dangerous. But what about hands-free cell phone use, using an earpiece, speakerphone, or dashboard system? Driving with both hands on the steering wheel is safer than driving with one hand while the other holds a cell phone, right? Well, not entirely. Contrary to the belief of many drivers across the country that hands-free devices are safer to use while driving than handheld devices, the National Safety Council (NSC) disagrees.

By Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Distracted Driving on Monday, March 5, 2018.

While the late days of winter and early days of spring aren't exactly ideal road trip weather, sometimes a long trip in the car is inevitable. No matter what time of year you travel, don't end your trip with an accident and potential injuries. If you're driving long distances, whether this month or in the near future, consider taking these safety tips into account before you begin your journey. Get Your Beauty RestThe night before a trip or vacation, it's vital to get a good night's sleep so you are ready for your long drive. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), driving while drowsy was responsible for 72,000 crashes and over 800 deaths in 2013, which are believed to be low estimates. When you're tired, you have slower reaction times, are more likely to swerve into other lanes and can even fall asleep at the wheel. Don't let that happen to you. Plan to sleep 6-8+ hours before your trip.If you notice you're beginning to become tired while driving, (yawning, hitting the rumble strip or closing your eyes repeatedly) it's best to get off the road immediately. Stop at the next rest area or gas station to stretch your legs, try drinking water, coffee or soda with caffeine and see if that makes you more alert. If these don't help, it is best to switch drivers or stop for the evening.Pack Your Car Emergency KitMany drivers aren't aware of what to include in their car emergency kit. While it may change depending on what time of year it is, here are some general recommendations to include:

By Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Distracted Driving on Friday, December 1, 2017.

Nearly a third of all traffic-related deaths involve the use of alcohol. Even one or two drinks at a work party or a family holiday event can impact your driving and cause extreme injury to you and others. In 2016, there were 2,017 people killed in alcohol-related crashes where drivers had lower blood alcohol levels (BACs of .01 to .07 g/dL). Even with these lower alcohol levels, you can expect to experience difficulty multi-tasking, visual impairment, and reduced coordination. All of these potential symptoms make it harder to react in an emergency situation on the road.

On behalf of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Distracted Driving on Wednesday, September 21, 2016.

In our last blog, we discussed the dangers of distracted driving and its alarming related figures in the United States. You know that distracted driving can have detrimental consequences, but did you know that they can extend to your driving record and pocketbook?

On behalf of Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. posted in Distracted Driving on Friday, September 9, 2016.

In a society where we're attached to our smartphones, tablets, and other fancy gadgets, it's easy to continue our digital engagement habits when we get behind the wheel. But that "On my way" text message or quick bite to eat on the way back to the office can quickly turn disastrous. Distracted driving is performing other tasks that could potentially distract a driver from the primary task of operating the vehicle. Examples of distracted driving include:

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